DIALOG ENTERPRISE’S SMART FLEET PAVES THE WAY FOR EFFICIENT DEMINING IN THE NORTH AND EAST OF SRI LANKA

Dialog Enterprise, the corporate ICT solutions arm of Dialog Axiata, has tied up with Mines Advisory Group Sri Lanka (MAG) to equip purpose-built vehicles with its innovative Smart Fleet real-time GPS driven vehicle tracking system. This marks an unprecedented leap forward in terms of assisting the ongoing demining operations in the Northern and Eastern Provinces covering the districts of Vavuniya, Mannar, Kilinochchi, Mullaitivu, Batticaloa and Trincomalee.

MAG has been working in Sri Lanka since 2002, locating and systematically removing landmines, unexploded ordnance and other remnants of war. In order to carry out this large-scale operation effectively and smoothly with over 900 staff, MAG relies on a fleet of heavy vehicles that include excavators, lorries, double cabs and bowsers.

Approximately 95 percent of MAG vehicles have been fitted with the Smart Fleet solution, which provides precise data on vehicle movement, location, unauthorised usage, security and fuel consumption.

Several demining sites are located in remote areas with less telecommunication facilities.

Therefore the availability of a GPS tracking system and smart fleet technology, allows the detection of vehicles and team members at any given time, to ensure their safety and security. Head of Support Services of MAG Sri Lanka Kevin Klerx says: “Thanks to this innovative solution provided by Dialog Enterprise, we are able to track all our vehicles in the field with the GPS tracking system. Besides that, we also have fuel sensors installed in most of our vehicles.”

He adds: “We require approximately 40,000 litres of diesel each month to carry out our operational tasks. Therefore, it is vital for us to understand the fuel consumption in order to make comparisons with previous data to derive analytical calculations for fuel consumption and cost. With the ongoing fuel crisis in the country, this technology enables us to establish a proper infrastructure and effectively manage our fleet.”

Dialog Smart Fleet uses real-time satellite connectivity to track routes, speed and other vehicle diagnostics. This fleet management solution transmits information on vehicle location and driver analytics while monitoring maintenance issues. It also alerts fleet operators on accidents, breakdowns and thefts, and helps reduce rash vehicle usage and abuse.

Group Chief Officer of Dialog Enterprise, Dialog Axiata Navin Pieris says: “In the case of MAG, we see our system being deployed for use in a large-scale humanitarian operation. Our fuel sensors will ensure that fleet operators have an accurate understanding of fuel levels and consumption rates.”

He elaborates: “Additional options such as temperature sensors are ideal for those who transport fresh produce. The ability to mount up to eight cameras on each vehicle is an advantage for those who transport precious cargo. This really is a highly adaptive solution for anyone who needs to manage their vehicles.”

Apart from fuel sensors, Dialog Enterprise’s range of IoT (internet of things) tracking solutions include generator monitoring systems to optimise fuel consumption and performance; workforce solutions to manage all major functions of staff administration; and cold room temperature monitoring solutions to preserve the quality of stored products and maintain consumer product safety standards.

It also offers ATM monitoring systems that provide complete visibility and real-time insights on an entire ATM network, and server room monitoring solutions to reduce downtime and provide greater control over operations.

There are several other IoT device management solutions that have been tailor-made to help businesses improve efficiency by providing greater visibility of the performance of their devices.

– Compiled by Yamini Sequeira

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